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Specialist (m/f/d) in Microbiome Analytics at the Institute of Clinical Chemistry

Anticipated Start Date:  01.01.2026
Application End Date:  10.12.2025
Temporary Employment:  Not Applicable
Working Hours:  Full and Part Time
Requisition ID:  1620

The University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus and the Faculty of Medicine together form University Medicine Dresden. It is committed to excellence in high-performance medicine, medical research and teaching as well as healthcare services for patients in the entire region.

Together for the cutting-edge medicine of tomorrow - become part of  University Medicine Dresden

 

Specialist (m/f/d) in Microbiome Analytics

at the Institute of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine

 

The position is available immediately and can be filled on a full-time or part-time basis. It is permanent and remunerated according to the salary regulations of the applicable institutional collective agreement. Depending on qualifications and experience, classification up to pay group U13 is possible.

 

The attached job advertisement is for a research associate position focused on the development of a metagenome sequencing platform at the Laboratory Diagnostics Center, Dresden University Hospital.

 

 

Your tasks:

 

  • Establish and further develop an innovative metagenome sequencing platform for clinical diagnostics and hospital hygiene

  • Implement and validate state-of-the-art sequencing technologies (short-read and long-read) for diverse medical and scientific applications

  • Optimize and standardize sample preparation, sequencing workflows, quality control, and data analysis

  • Collaborate closely with clinical and diagnostic partners on methodological and regulatory implementation within healthcare settings

  • Document and present scientific results in accordance with current quality and accreditation standards

  • Contribute to grant proposals as well as interdisciplinary research and development projects within the institute

  • Actively shape a pioneering diagnostics platform with direct clinical and scientific impact

 

Your Profile:

 

  • Completed scientific university degree and doctorate in molecular biology, bioinformatics, microbiology, medical biotechnology, or related fields
  • Proven practical experience with high-throughput sequencing (short-read and/or long-read)
  • Desirable: Knowledge in microbial genomics, metagenomics, quality control, and data analysis
  • Advantageous: Experience in laboratory diagnostics, validation, or clinical method implementation
  • High motivation, communication skills, teamwork, and a structured, independent approach
  • Strong interest in translational diagnostics

 

 

Fully convincing - Our offer:

 

  • Flexible working hours to support a healthy balance between career and family life

  • Career-oriented training and development, enabling you to plan and shape your individual, future-focused professional profile

  • Access to company health and fitness programs at our in-house Carus Vital Health Center, including participation in team events, lectures, courses, and seminars

  • Childcare support through partnerships with daycare centers near the university hospital

  • Company-supported pension scheme to plan for your future

  • Bike leasing and a public transportation job ticket for convenient commuting

  • Comprehensive support services for all aspects of life through our Family Office and employee counseling

  • Additional employee benefits and discounts across various services and offerings

 

 

Your application should include CV, cover letter, certificates, and a list of publications/references, plus earliest starting date.

 

Your contact in the HR Directorate

 

 

Elena Koch

Tel: 0351-458- 2594

Severely disabled applicants are expressly encouraged to apply and will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

We kindly ask you to apply preferably via our online form to make the selection process faster and more effective. Of course, we also consider your written application without any disadvantages. 

To ensure the best possible health protection for our patients and employees, we require proof of measles vaccination (a medical certificate) in accordance with the Infection Protection Act. Further proof of vaccination status must be presented before starting work.

Good reasons for the Dresden University Medicine as an employer

Attractive conditions

With us, you can expect remuneration in line with the company pay scale, 30 days' vacation and a fixed annual bonus. For the time after your active career, we offer the possibility of a company-supported pension scheme.

Diverse working environment

Dresden University Hospital is one of the most innovative and successful hospitals in Germany. As a maximum care provider, it covers the entire spectrum of medicine and offers varied tasks in a wide range of areas.

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